Thoughts from the interface of science, religion, law and culture

After spending several years touring the country as a stand up comedian, Ed Brayton tired of explaining his jokes to small groups of dazed illiterates and turned to writing as the most common outlet for the voices in his head. He has appeared on the Rachel Maddow Show and the Thom Hartmann Show, and is almost certain that he is the only person ever to make fun of Chuck Norris on C-SPAN.

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Former Moonie Speaks Out

Diane Benscoter, a former member of the Unification Church who later became a cult deprogrammer, has a new book out called Shoes of a Servant. She also recently gave a TED talk about her experiences. As my longtime readers know, I’ve followed the story of the totalitarian con man and criminal Rev. Moon for many years. Here’s her TED talk: